Good morning, Jackson.

Residents along College Hill Drive in Northwest Jackson are upset as criminals dump trash even after repeated city cleanups—trash that includes mattresses, furniture, and household items—prompting calls for tougher surveillance, arrests, and penalties.

They say city leaders must act quickly to end the illegal dumping.

Kumar Bhavanasi, a tech founder and shopping center owner from New Jersey, bought two downtown buildings and won an auction bid for a high-rise that he will close on in 30 days.

He will invest tens of millions to fix up the properties and change one into 150 to 200 apartments—steps he says will bring new residents and businesses downtown.

A masked man fired a gun inside a Family Dollar on Siwell Road Tuesday afternoon and robbed the store before fleeing south with money—police said.

Voters today cast their ballots in municipal elections — selecting Jackson Mayor, Brandon Mayor, Flowood Mayor and several council candidates.

Election results are being updated as votes are counted.

The House passed a resolution to extend the session in an effort to finish the budget without holding a special session and then adjourned on Wednesday, but some Senate members opposed the move and did not vote on the extension—leaving the budget unresolved.

The Senate is returning today to decide the next steps.

Brewzle's Cathead Distillery Takeover

5-8 p.m. — Cathead Distillery — $40 admission — Experience whiskey tasting, food trucks, and live music at this fun-filled distillery event.

Caimanes de Sinaloa Concert

9:00 PM - 12:30 AM — HIDEAWAY — $60.00 — Enjoy a vibrant performance by Caimanes de Sinaloa and Recio Sax in Jackson.

John Moreland Live

7:30-9 p.m. — Duling Hall Live Music & Events — Tickets available — Experience the intimate and thought-provoking folk-rock sounds of John Moreland following his reflective year off.

Love Yourself Community Safety & Health Fair

12-2 p.m. — Jackson State University Student Center — Free entry — Celebrate community well-being with resources, food, and door prizes focused on safety and health.

Chris Knight Live Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Duling Hall Live Music & Events — Ticket information available — Experience the unflinching truth of Americana with Chris Knight's heartfelt tunes.

Taylor Hollingsworth Live Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — Duling Hall Live Music & Events — Cash or card accepted — Enjoy an evening of live music with a full bar experience.

Mississippi Ag Innovations Center Event

3-7 p.m. — 2548 Livingston Rd, Jackson, MS — Registration required — Explore innovative growing systems through hands-on farming techniques.

Joanne Shaw Taylor Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Duling Hall Live Music & Events — $47 — Experience an electrifying night of blues and rock music with Joanne Shaw Taylor.

Lions Spring Showcase

12:30 PM — Reimagine Prep Middle School — Free entry — Experience the energy of student performances and sign up for extracurricular activities.

Southern Avenue Live at Martin's Downtown

8 PM – 1 AM — Martin's Downtown — Cost not specified — Experience the electrifying blend of roots, blues, and soul from the GRAMMY-nominated Southern Avenue.